Parents should instill in their children the following three personal safety rules:
1.We all have the right to feel safe with people- this rule teaches children that no one has the right to make them do something that makes them feel unsafe or unsure.
2. It’s OK to say NO if you feel unsafe or unsure- this rule teaches children that is OK to say NO and be assertive if something doesn’t feel right
3. Nothing is so yucky that you can’t tell someone about it- This rule helps encourage children to speak to a trusted adult and instils they will not get into trouble for speaking up
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